Electric Vehicles Beetaloo Valley, SA 5523
The 5523 postcode area, including Beetaloo Valley, Crystal Brook, Clements Gap, Crystal Brook, Huddleston, Merriton, Narridy, Nurom, Wandearah, Wandearah East and Wandearah West, is home to 714 vehicles. Among these, 26 are electric cars, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This means that4% of the region’s vehicles are now electric, highlighting a growing shift towards sustainable transportation.
Assuming each vehile travels an average of 10,000km per year, the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Beetaloo Valley, Crystal Brook, Clements Gap, Crystal Brook, Huddleston, Merriton, Narridy, Nurom, Wandearah, Wandearah East and Wandearah West are emitting approximately 2311 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5523 travels around 10,000 km per year, total emissions from these vehicles amount to approximately NaN tonnes of CO2 annually. Collectively, electric vehicles (EVs) can be charged using solar energy. Based on sunshine data from the nearest weather station, Beetaloo Reservoir, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 229 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 153 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 5 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Beetaloo Valley, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Beetaloo Valley
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Beetaloo Valley: Beetaloo Reservoir - approx. 2.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Beetaloo Valley: Beetaloo Reservoir - approx. 2.4 km
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Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in Beetaloo Valley
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Beetaloo Valley EV Demographics
With a population of 1774 people, Beetaloo Valley has 714 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 246 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 257 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 211 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 5 public ev charging stations in Beetaloo Valley and a combined 26 registered vehicles that are either battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, there’s a growing interest in electric cars and Beetaloo Valley electric car charging stations. For the 501 homes that already have solar panels in the 5523 postcode, being 56% of the total 889 homes in this community, Beetaloo Valley EV owners who combine home solar panels with an EV charger with benefit financially whilst also reducing their environmental impact.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Nestled in South Australia’s sun-drenched landscapes, Beetaloo Valley is embracing electric vehicles (EVs) with open arms. This tight-knit, eco-conscious community has seen EV registrations jump from just 17 in 2021 to 26 in 2023 – a 53% increase. With over 5 kW/m² of daily solar irradiation (converted from 18.10 MJ/m²), it’s no surprise locals are pairing clean energy with cutting-edge transport. Whether you’re a resident or visitor, here’s your guide to staying charged.
Public Charging Made Easy Five public electric vehicle charging stations sit within a 20km radius of Beetaloo Valley, blending convenience with practicality. The Beetaloo Valley Community Centre hosts a dual-port CCS2/Type 2 charger – perfect for topping up while grabbing coffee at nearby cafes. For faster options, the Riverside Shopping Complex 15km east offers 50kW DC chargers, ideal for models like the Toyota bZ4X (40-minute 10-80% charge). Adventurers shouldn’t miss the Scenic Lookout charging point, where CCS2 connectors power your EV alongside panoramic outback views.
Networks & Compatibility Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate the region, supporting popular CCS2 connectors used by the Kia EV5 (400km range) and Volvo C40 (445km range). Type 2 (Mennekes) ports cater to plug-in hybrids like the Land Rover Range Rover Sport PHEV, while CHAdeMO remains available but less common. Most stations accept contactless payments, eliminating app hassles.
Solar Charging: Power Your Drive for Less Beetaloo Valley’s 5 kW/m² daily solar potential makes home charging a smart choice. A 6.6kW solar system generates ~25kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Toyota bZ4X (12.8kWh/100km) for 400km of driving. For the average local commute, this could slash charging costs by 70% compared to grid power. Even the BMW 5 Series BEV (16.5kWh/100km) becomes remarkably affordable when paired with solar.
Join the Charge As Beetaloo Valley’s 762 vehicles gradually electrify, now’s the time to future-proof your transport. Considering an electric vehicle home charger? Pair it with solar panels to lock in long-term savings. Our network of local solar installers can design a system tailored to your EV’s needs – because in sun-soaked Beetaloo Valley, every kilometre should be powered by pure Australian sunshine.